Introduction

In class, we conducted a mining simulation that is summarized in the spreadsheet below.

Activity

The "Cookie Mining" simulation should have taught you about the technical challenges and economic issues involved in extracting valuable ore from the ground. Using the application TextEdit, write a letter to your banker along these lines:


Dear Banker,

I am writing to convince you to extend my loan for continued mining operations.

From my experiences yesterday, ....

[[Here, you should tell the banker:1) what you did right yesterday;2) what you would do differently to increase profits.)]]

Sincerely,

Assessment

1 Quality Point

A letter is composed which makes some reference to the simulation.

2 Quality Points

The letter conveys specific ideas about profitable operations.

3 Quality Points

The ideas about profitable operations are convincing.

4 Quality Points

High-quality suggestions for improving the simulation are submitted to the teacher.

5 Quality Points

Exercise is supplemented with a high-quality educational contribution for the class wikispace.
When you are ready to apply for the 4th or 5th Quality Points, click the image to the right!